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Nicholas Barrel & Roost, Red Bank, NJ

Nicholas Barrel & Roost

4.7
4.7
4635 Reviews
$31 to $50
Comfort Food

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 127 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Since the opening of their acclaimed Restaurant Nicholas in 2000, Chef Nicholas Harary and his wife, Melissa, modernized the concept of fine dining. This mainstay of Red Bank garnered some of the industry’s highest praise, including 15 straight years as Zagat’s highest-rated restaurant in New Jersey, a 4-star review in the New York Times, and a position on several national “best restaurant” lists.

Now, with Barrel & Roost, the couple strips off the white tablecloths and serves up a bold new menu: made-from-scratch food that’s crazy-delicious, yet entirely accessible any night of the week. Set in a newly redesigned modern farmhouse interior, Barrel & Roost is just the place to enjoy Chef Driven Comfort Food with family, old friends, or a grab a drink at the bar for date night!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Mid Day Menu Daily 3:00 pm–5:15 pm Dinner Daily 5:15 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 345-9977
  • Website
    http://barrelandroost.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Nicholas Harary
  • Location
    160 Hwy 35, Red Bank, NJ 07701
  • Area
    Red Bank
  • Cross Street
    Bt. Navesink River Rd & Pine Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking and a private lot.
  • Public transit
    Red Bank Train Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Soups

  • Classic French OnionUSD 14.00

    • Lobster BisqueUSD 17.00

      Lunch Snacks

      • Toast Sampler

        • For All 4USD 22.00

      • Avocado ToastUSD 9.00

        Guacamole, Soft Boiled Egg, Avocado, Lime, Jalepeno

        • Crab "Waldorf" ToastUSD 14.00

          Celery, Green Apple, Lemon Mayo, Walnuts, Apple/Rosemary

          • Goat Cheese ToastUSD 7.00

            Whipped Goat Cheese, Fig Jam, Toasted Pecans, Mache, Balsamic Vinaigrette

            • Salmon ToastUSD 12.00

              Smoked Salmon, Fromage Blanc, Everything Bagel Spice

              • Not My Grandma's CruditĂ©USD 19.00

                Raw, Pickled & Roasted Vegetables, Piquillo Pepper Hummus

                • Crispy ChickenUSD 15.00

                  Alabama White Sauce

                  • Fried House Made PicklesUSD 13.00

                    Aleppo Buttermilk Sauce

                    • BurrataUSD 19.00

                      Heirloom Grape Tomato Compote, Red Onion, EVOO, Balsamic Reduction, Crostini

                      This Really Can't Be Called a Raw Bar

                      • Nicholas Classic Marinated Stormy Bay OysterUSD 19.00

                        Creme Fraiche, Red Onion

                        • Oysters on the Half Shell

                          East Coast, Cocktail, Horseradish Mignonette Duo, Chipolte, Dill Pickle; min of 6

                          • eaUSD 3.00

                        • American Hackleback Sturgeon Caviar

                          Crème Fraiche, Red Onion, Chives, Chips

                          • per ozUSD 65.00

                        Salads

                        Add On: Roasted Chicken $6, King Salmon $10

                        • Marinated Heirloom BeetsUSD 16.00

                          Mascarpone, Pistachio, Arugula

                          • Baby Field GreensUSD 15.00

                            Caramelized Hazelnuts, Comte Cheese, Dried Apricots, Hazelnut Vinaigrette

                            • "Caesar" SaladUSD 15.00

                              Romaine, Lemon, Caper & Parmesan Dressing

                              • Bluefin Tuna CrudoUSD 26.00

                                Soba Noodle Salad, Roasted Peanuts, Cilantro, Honey Ginger Dressing

                                • Barrel and Roost Shovel SaladUSD 22.00

                                  Iceberg Lettuce, Chic Peas, Roasted Red Bell Peppers, Pepperoncini, Mozzarella, Salami, Red Wine Mustard Vinaigrette

                                  Sandwiches

                                  • Nicholas BurgerUSD 19.00

                                    Sirloin Short Rib Blend, Wood Grilled, English Cheddar, Butter Toasted Sesame Bun, Roost Sauce, Onion, House Pickle & Seasoned Chips

                                    • The Buffalo BleuUSD 17.00

                                      Buttermilk Marinated Fried Chicken Thigh, Butter Toasted Sesame Bun, Blue Cheese, Traditional Buffalo Sauce, House Pickle & Seasoned Chips

                                      • Grilled ChickenUSD 17.00

                                        Grilled Chicken Breast, Roasted Peppers, Grilled Red Onion, Homemade Mozzarella, Broccoli Pesto, Multigrain Bun

                                        • Maine Lobster RollUSD 28.00

                                          Fresh Pulled Lobster Salad, Lemon Mayo, Butter Toasted Bun, Lobster Bisque

                                          • Grilled Mahi-Mahi TacosUSD 18.00

                                            Yellow Corn Tortilla, Green Cabbage Slaw, Chipolte Aoli

                                            • Surf and TurfUSD 25.00

                                              Nicholas Burger Slider and a Maine Lobster Roll, House Pickle, Seasoned Chips

                                              • Shrimp Po BoyUSD 18.00

                                                Pickled Green Tomato, Iceberg Lettuce, House Made Remoulade, French Baguette

                                                Fish

                                                • Crispy HalibutUSD 36.00

                                                  Bok Choy & Wild Mushroom, Smoked Shallot Cream Sauce

                                                  • PEI MusselsUSD 29.00

                                                    Hard Cider-Garlic Broth, Garlic Butter Grilled Baguette, Pomme Frites

                                                    Pasta

                                                    • Paccheri PastaUSD 22.00

                                                      Veal, Beef & Pork Bolognese, Parmesan

                                                      • Penne PastaUSD 21.00

                                                        Tomato Cream Sauce, Italian Long Hots, Parmesan

                                                        Pizza

                                                        • Classic MargheritaUSD 19.00

                                                          San Marzano Tomato Sauce, House Made Mozzarella, Basil, Sicilian Olive Oil

                                                          • Rome VacationUSD 19.00

                                                            Caramelized Onion, Potato, Bacon, House Made Mozzarella, Parmesan Cream

                                                            • Short Rib PizzaUSD 26.00

                                                              Braised Beef Short Rib, House Made Mozzarella, Roasted Red Peppers, Pickled Red Onion, Short Rib Jus

                                                              • RocketUSD 21.00

                                                                Parmesan Cream, Prosciutto di Parma, Arugula, Cherry Tomato

                                                                Sides

                                                                • Mac and CheeseUSD 14.00

                                                                  Bone Marrow Crumb

                                                                  • Nicholas Pomme FritesUSD 8.00

                                                                    • French Green BeansUSD 8.00

                                                                      Kids Menu

                                                                      All Kids Menu Items Include Nicholas Creamery Ice Cream

                                                                      • Little N's Mac 'N CheeseUSD 14.00

                                                                        Yep, no bread crumbs or anything green!

                                                                        • Cheese BurgerUSD 15.00

                                                                          • Crispy Fried Chicken BitesUSD 15.00

                                                                            French Fries

                                                                            • Cheese PizzaUSD 14.00

                                                                              Dessert

                                                                              • Warm Apple CrispUSD 15.00

                                                                                Nicholas Creamery, Apple Cider Ice Cream

                                                                                • Chocolate BrownieUSD 15.00

                                                                                  Nicholas Creamery Peanutbutterpalooza Ice Cream

                                                                                  • S'Mores Skillet DipUSD 16.00

                                                                                    Melted Valrhona Chocolate Chunk, Marshmallow Layer, Graham Crackers

                                                                                    • Nicholas Creamery Banana Split Sundae (as Big as Your Head) VanillaUSD 16.00

                                                                                      Chocolate & Strawberry Ice Cream Layered with Banana, Strawberry Sauce, Hot Fudge & Caramel

                                                                                      Last updated: 13 January 2023

                                                                                      What 4,635 people are saying

                                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                      4.7
                                                                                      4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                      • 4.7Food
                                                                                      • 4.8Service
                                                                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                      • 4.4Value

                                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                                      Loved For

                                                                                      • New Jersey

                                                                                        Most Booked

                                                                                      • Monmouth

                                                                                        Great for brunch

                                                                                      • Monmouth

                                                                                        Most Booked

                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                      Nicholas Barrel & Roost consistently impresses with "outstanding service" and "excellent food." Guests rave about the "best burger" and delectable seafood options. The atmosphere is lively and inviting, though some note it can be "very loud." A must-visit for vibrant dining with a diverse menu and attentive staff.

                                                                                      4,635 Reviews

                                                                                      1. Kelly

                                                                                        Philadelphia

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Outstanding! NBR never disappoints!! Especially during the holidays! 🎄

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                                                                                      2. Hilary

                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        I’ve been dining since the original Nicholas opened and have dined at Barrel many times. Last night was the first night I was truly disappointed. First cocktail was full second cocktail was just over half full. Grilled oysters were barely warm. Nicholas Oysters (marinated)were amazing as always. Pasta with short rib was okay….. The winner always and forever is the burger. One thing we always order and it never ever disappoints.

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                                                                                      3. Danna

                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Barrel & Roost was such a lively and positive dining experience! The holiday decor was beautifully done, the food was delicious, and the service was perfect! We cant wait to return!

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                                                                                      4. Carmen

                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                        10 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        10 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        This was our first time dining here and it certainly will not be the last. The wait staff was super friendly and helpful. The food was delicious! It was beautifully decorated for the holidays.

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                                                                                      5. Karl

                                                                                        Chicago

                                                                                        9 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        9 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Great food and service. Already re-booked for next week.

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                                                                                      6. Ann

                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                        3.0

                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 1
                                                                                        Very loud environment!!! Decor lovely but does not absorb noise. Everyone talking loud so their dining companions can hear the converation. Not suitable for catch-up get togethers.

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                                                                                      7. Mark

                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                        52 reviews

                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                        52 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Our first time here. Loved the creative menu. Raclette appt was killer. Halibut was dry but the mushrooms and greens side was yummy. We would go back.

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                                                                                      8. Nick

                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                        15 reviews

                                                                                        3.0

                                                                                        15 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                                        2. Food 2
                                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Not very allergy of gluten friendly, drinks were 10/10 but kitchen wasn’t very appeasing with allergies just wouldn’t give you something rather than change or alter

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                                                                                      9. Margie

                                                                                        New Jersey

                                                                                        16 reviews

                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                        16 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                        I have eaten at Nicholas Barrel & Roost many times and have been very pleased in general. However, today was a bit of a disappointment as the burger was smaller than in the past and the sangria did not have any fruit at all in it which was contrary to the description in the menu. It was also louder than in the past which made it very difficult to talk with my lunch companion. I am guessing the music was louder because of the holidays but would have preferred it be turned down a little so we could hear each other The ambiance was lovely as always however and the waiter was very nice.

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                                                                                      10. Dana

                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Another fabulous meal! Excellent service, as always. Love the ambience, and the holiday decorations are a great addition.

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                                                                                      FAQs

                                                                                      Nicholas Barrel & Roost is rated 4.7 stars by 4635 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                      7:00 pm
                                                                                      Booked 127 times today
                                                                                      Google Map for Nicholas Barrel & Roost

                                                                                      160 Hwy 35, Red Bank, NJ 07701

                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                      • Cross Street
                                                                                        Bt. Navesink River Rd & Pine Street
                                                                                      • Area
                                                                                        Red Bank
                                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                                        Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Mid Day Menu Daily 3:00 pm–5:15 pm Dinner Daily 5:15 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                        $31 to $50
                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                        Comfort Food
                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                        Casual Elegant
                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                        Casual Dress
                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                        Street parking and a private lot.
                                                                                      • Public transit
                                                                                        Red Bank Train Station
                                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                                        AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                      • Executive Chef
                                                                                        Nicholas Harary
                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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